Battleship

(Unknown), 3M, Action Games and Toys Ltd · Board game · 1931
2 · best 2 30 min Weight 1.2/5
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Our Verdict

A timeless classic! If you enjoy a good naval deduction duel with simple rules and quick games, Battleship is guaranteed fun.

Highlights
  • Timeless deduction classic
  • Quick and engaging games
  • Easy to learn and play
Keep in mind
  • Relies heavily on luck
  • Little strategic depth
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About the game
Get ready for an epic naval battle that started back in the days of pencil and paper! Battleship is that classic everyone knows, where two admirals face off in a duel of wits and luck. Each hides their fleet, composed of ships of varying sizes, on a secret grid. From there, the hunt begins: you call out coordinates, and your opponent responds with a 'Hit!' or 'Miss!'. The objective is simple: use deduction to figure out where the enemy has hidden their ships and sink them before they do the same to your fleet. The original version, closer to the pencil-and-paper game, includes the 'Salvo' rule, where the number of shots per turn varies based on remaining ships, adding an extra tactical layer. It's a fast-paced game that tests your reasoning skills and a bit of luck, perfect for those who enjoy a direct and nostalgic challenge. With simple yet effective components, Battleship guarantees fun for two players in a matter of minutes. If you enjoy games that require a bit of thinking but without complexity, this war on the seas is for you!
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Publisher (Unknown), 3M, Action Games and Toys Ltd, AG Müller (AGMüller), Alexander, Alga, The American Belt Company, Aristoplay, ASS Altenburger Spielkarten, BCF, Berliner Spielkarten, Bookmark Verlag, Brimtoy, Carlit, CBN Razor Company AB, CEFA (Celulosa Fabril S. A.), Chad Valley Co Ltd., CHH Games, Clementoni, Dal Negro, danspil, Dourios, Edition Michael Fischer GmbH (EMF Verlag), Enigma (Bergsala Enigma), Exclusive Toy Corp., Falomir Juegos, Fratelli Fabbri Editori (Fabbri Editore), Games International BV, Gegu Spielwaren GmbH, Gherzi, Goldmerk, El Greco, Grow Jogos e Brinquedos, Guau, Hasbro, Heathside Trading Ltd, HEMA, House of Games, House of Marbles, Ideal, Inovac Rima SA, Invicta Games, John W. Hill & Co., Jouets Mont-Blanc, Kaywood Corp., King International, Klee, Korea Boardgames, Lakeside, Magic Box Int., Maple Toys, Marc Piqué Reg., Max Dähnert & Söhne, MB Giochi, MB Jeux, MB Juegos, MB Spellen, MB Spiele, Merit, Milton Bradley, Montitoys, Moscow Toy Factory, Mulder, Nilco S.A., Noris Spiele, Novedades Montecarlo, Nu-Bef, Pais e Filhos, Palet spil, Papita, Parker Brothers, Paul Lamond Games Ltd, Pavilion, Peri Spiele, Peter Pan Playthings, Piatnik, Playkar, Poptoy, The Purple Cow, Ruibal Hermanos S.A., Saitek, Sala, Schmidt Spiele, Selecta Spielzeug, Smethport Specialty Co., Spear's Games, Starex Novelty Company Inc., Stellar Games, Super Impulse, Tactic, Tesco, Top That! Publishing PLC, Toy Place, ToyCo, Transogram, Trixy Games, Unikatoy, Vilpa, Whitman, Wilco Publishing, Winning Solutions (WS Game Company), ΕΠΑ (EPA), Ο.Β.Ε.Π.Κ.
Designer Clifford Von Wickler
Artist Taavi Oolberg
Frequently Asked Questions
How many players can play Battleship?
Battleship is a game for exactly two players.
How long does a game take?
Games are quite fast, usually lasting around 30 minutes.
Is the game difficult to learn?
Not at all! The rules are super simple, and you'll learn to play in just a few minutes.
What components come in the game?
Typically, the game includes two battle grids with holders, hit and miss pegs, and ship pieces.
Is it a game more focused on luck or strategy?
It's a mix! Deduction is key to finding the ships, but luck in the 'shots' and the opponent's initial ship placement also plays a significant role.
Is it a good game for kids?
Yes, it's a great game to introduce children to strategy and deduction games, as it's easy to understand and fun.